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Law change is failing to ease stray cat crisis, charity warns

New legislation making it compulsory for all pet cats to be microchipped is failing to impact on Plymouth’s stray cat population, a charity has warned.

Around half of the stray cats rescued by Woodside Animal Welfare Sanctuary have an out-of-date microchip which prevents potential owners being traced.

The other half do not have a microchip at all, despite legislation brought in last...

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Tips to keep your pets warm amid wintery showers forecast

As temperatures start to plummet, and with snow appearing in some areas of the UK, the RSPCA is urging people to follow its urgent advice to keep pets, farmed animals and wildlife happy and healthy this winter

As The Met Office issues new weather warnings affecting parts of England including East Anglia and parts of the North-East - the animal welfare charity is calling on people to...

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Tough new law will see end of cruel dog ear cropping and cat declawing

A tough new law banning the import of dogs with cropped ears and cats who have had their claws removed will prevent the suffering of hundreds of thousands of pets for generations to come.

The bill which passed the final stages of Parliament on Friday (21 November 2025) will mean dogs and cats subjected to the cruel and painful procedures will not be allowed in the UK, where these...

Festive plants that can be harmful to our pets

Decorating our houses with greenery for the festive season has been a tradition for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. But many of the plants we love to bring into our homes at this time can actually be harmful to our pets.

PDSA Vet Nurse Shauna Walsh said: “Various plants can be harmful or toxic if eaten, and our pets don’t always understand what’s edible and what isn’t. Pets can...

Asian Hornets: How to keep your home and garden safe

Last year, the UK continued to experience some occurrences of Asian Hornets. While it was hoped a British winter would kill them off, it appears that the pests have survived - meaning it's likely they are now around for good. This means British gardeners may have to get used to deterring these pests if they want to be able to enjoy their outside spaces this summer and protect native wildlife...

How to Create Artwork of Your Pets: A Guide to Lino Printing Techniques

Creating art of pets can be a fulfilling and enjoyable process. With the right affordable lino cutting tools for beginners and technique of lino printing, anyone can bring their beloved animals to life on paper.

Lino printing allows artists to express their love for their pets through unique and personal artwork.

To get started, one needs some basic tools and a clear idea of...

How to Work in the Pet Industry in London

The pet industry is booming in London. The number of people passionate about their pets-cats, dogs, birds, and other companions-continues to rise and is now a fast-paced and exciting part of this megacity. Because an estimated 3.2 million households in the UK have taken a pet since 2020, this demand in London increases tremendously. This trend has given rise to many job opportunities for...

Couple sentenced after man inflicts physical abuse on two young kittens

Mark Nenna (DOB: 26/07/1996) and Abigayle Nenna (DOB: 20/03/1997) both of Whetstone Hey, Ellesmere Port, pleaded guilty and were sentenced at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday 5 November. Mr Nenna received a suspended custodial sentence for causing unnecessary suffering to their two cats Alonso and Hamilton.

The young ginger kittens, both of which were house cats and never went...

Crufts 2025 tickets go on sale: world's greatest celebration of dogs returns

Dogs from all walks of life are preparing to put their best paws forward, as tickets go on sale today (19 November) for Crufts 2025, which is returning to the NEC in Birmingham, from 6 – 9 March.

Organised by The Kennel Club, the four-day event, which is expected to welcome over 20,000 dogs, is the world's greatest celebration of 'all things dog' and will showcase over 200 diverse...

Woman in court over emaciated dog who was 'just hours' from death

A woman has been sentenced after leaving her dog to become so emaciated that he was barely alive when she finally took him to see a vet.

Elderly Staffie Wally had to be put to sleep by vets as he was barely breathing and had a very faint heartbeat when he was taken to see them in March.

Dominika Carolina Wojnar (DoB: 19/10/1981) of Alexandra Road, Dronfield, was sentenced on...

How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.

PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: "Hypothermia is when a pet's body temperature drops dangerously low. It can be very serious and, if not treated quickly, it can cause their body to shut down, which is...

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